Automatic fire suppression systems have been fitted to flats in the Bockingham Green area of Basildon’s Felmores Estate thanks to Essex County Fire and Rescue Service’s match funding scheme.
The Service has been working with Basildon ...

Fire Officers who have served 20 years in the fire service were presented with Long Service and Good Conduct Medals at a special ceremony held at Southend Fire Station, on Wednesday March 18.
Fire officers honoured were: Divisional Officer Moira ...

Essex County Fire and Rescue is urging businesses throughout the County to Think Sprinkler and make sure that they have the excellent fire protection sprinkler suppression systems offer.
Sprinkler systems are by far the most effective tool in ...

Saffron Walden firefighters moved back into their home station on Hill Street this week following five weeks of essential building works including the fitment of new electric bay doors at the fire station.
For the duration of the building works ...

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service values its people, recognising that their contribution is crucial to its ongoing growth and development. As part of the team, you truly can make a difference and play your part in our future. We offer a challenging and rewarding environment for those interested in a career here, not just for Firefighters but for a variety of support roles across numerous professions such as Media, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, ICT, HR, Learning and Development and Property – we employ a team of

The Fire Authority was formed on April 1, 1998 by virtue of the Local Government Act 1992. Essex Fire and Rescue Service is directly responsible to the Essex Fire Authority.
The 25 Members of the Authority are elected Members nominated by the three constituent District councils. Twenty members are nominated by Essex County Council, three by Southend Borough Council and two by Thurrock Borough Council.
At its Annual Meeting the Authority elects a Chairman and appoints a Vice-Chairman. The Chairman is Councillor Anthony Hedley